Kuwait City: Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced a safe landing of a flight following a hoax bomb threat.
According to Kuwait News Agency, the DGCA confirmed that all necessary security protocols were followed to ensure the safety of passengers and crew after the threat was reported. The authorities conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft and found no explosives or any other security issues.
In other developments, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah extended congratulations to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud on the successful completion of the Hajj season. The Hajj pilgrimage, a significant event for Muslims worldwide, concluded without any major incidents, prompting commendations from regional leaders.
The Kuwait Ministry of Interior has distributed 4,520 passports to the wives of Kuwaiti citizens whose citizenship was revoked under Article 8 of the Nationality Act. This move aims to address the legal status of these individuals and provide them with the necessary documentation.
In regional news, the situation in Gaza remains tense, with reports of at least 108 Palestinians martyred and 393 others wounded due to bombardment by Israeli occupation forces. International attention is focused on the conflict, with human rights activists aboard the Madleen schooner continuing their journey to Gaza despite threats from Israeli forces to impede their progress.
In the United States, President Donald Trump has ordered the National Guard to deploy in Los Angeles in response to ongoing immigration protests. The decision comes amid escalating tensions surrounding immigration policies and enforcement.
Meanwhile, in Africa, Rwanda has withdrawn from the Economic Community of Central African States. The withdrawal is reportedly due to a dispute concerning the presidency of the regional economic bloc, highlighting ongoing challenges within the organization.